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zealous definition

zeal·ous (zel′əs)

adjective

full of, characterized by, or showing zeal; ardently devoted to a purpose; fervent; enthusiastic

Etymology: ML zelosus < LL(Ec) zelus: see zeal

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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